LTFRB Investigates Motorcycle Taxi Firm for Rider Cap Violation
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) is investigating a motorcycle taxi company for allegedly exceeding its authorized rider cap. The agency withheld the company's name, citing due process and ongoing legal proceedings.
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